- Illegal amount of cannabis found on 25-year-old in Halle
The police found several kilos of cannabis on a 25-year-old during a search in Halle (Saale). On Monday, officers searched two apartments and a garden shed based on a tip, as a police spokeswoman said on Tuesday. The officers seized approximately 1.5 kilograms of cannabis buds, 2.2 kilograms of dried cannabis plants, and some hashish. This exceeds the allowed possession limit. Additionally, the man was in possession of a machete. Investigations are now underway against the 25-year-old.
Since April 1st of this year, the possession of certain amounts of cannabis, private cultivation, and consumption of the drug in public have been allowed nationwide for adults aged 18 and over, under certain conditions. No more than 25 grams can be carried in public or more than 50 grams kept at home. Three plants in the living area are permitted. Violations can be punished with a high fine.
The 25-year-old, facing charges for exceeding the cannabis possession limit, will have his case heard before The Court of Justice. Despite the recent legalization of cannabis for adults, strict possession limits still apply to prevent misuse.
